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Brenda Devoe vaccine clinic
Brenda Devoe (left) of Washburn receives her first dose of the Pfizer vaccine during the first public clinic at NMCC on Wednesday. (Courtesy of Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital)
Brenda Devoe (left) of Washburn receives her first dose of the Pfizer vaccine during the first public clinic at NMCC on Wednesday. (Courtesy of Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital)
For COVID vaccine recipients, clinics mark first steps toward return to normalcy
January 27, 2021
Like the hundreds of people who turned out for Presque Isle’s first series of COVID-19 vaccination clinics this week at Northern Maine Community College, Brenda Devoe of Washburn, 71, has dealt with her fair share of loneliness and isolation throughout the pandemic.
News Browse News
11 hours ago
SAD 1 students, staff isolating after COVID-19 exposure
More than 30 students and staff members from Zippel Elementary School and Presque Isle High School are in isolation after people from both schools tested positive for COVID-19.
18 hours ago
Canada’s worst mass shooting was committed with guns from Maine
Three of the guns used, including the AR-15-style gun, were acquired by Gabriel Wortman while visiting Maine.
1 day ago
Fallen tree leaves 12,000-plus without power in Aroostook
A large tree falling on a power line caused a disruption in the transmission of electricity across the Canadian border, leaving 12,151 customers in Aroostook without power on Jan. 26, according to Versant Power. 
1 day ago
Lack of snow postpones Aroostook County Sled Run by one month
Organizers of the second annual Aroostook County Sled Run have postponed the event until March 6 due to a lack of snow on local snowmobile trails.
1 day ago
Truck overturns on I-95 near Dyer Brook
A 58-year-old man from Buxton was hospitalized on Tuesday morning after a Mack truck he was driving rolled over on Interstate 95, near the town of Dyer Brook. 
2 days ago
Houlton civic center temporarily closes after positive COVID-19 case
The John A. Millar Civic Center in Houlton will be temporarily closed for at least 10 days after it was announced that a member of the Houlton Parks and Recreation Department has tested positive for COVID-19. 
Crime and Courts Browse Crime and Courts
1 day ago
Presque Isle man pleads guilty to drug charge
A Presque Isle man pleaded guilty Monday in federal court to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
5 days ago
Caribou Criminal Docket, August 2020
The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Caribou Courthouse in August.
5 days ago
Houlton Criminal Docket, August 2020
The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Houlton Courthouse in August.
5 days ago
Presque Isle Criminal Docket, August 2020
The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Presque Isle Courthouse in August.
2 weeks ago
Presque Isle man pleads guilty to federal drug charge
A Presque Isle man is now facing between 10 years to a lifetime in prison after pleading guilty to drug charges in a federal court this week.
2 weeks ago
Hamlin man pleads guilty to bringing meth from Canada into Maine on snowmobile
A Hamlin man has pleaded guilty in federal court to crossing the U.S.-Canada border into Maine on a snowmobile while carrying more than 50 grams of methamphetamine, according to a court filing on Jan. 12. 
Sports Browse Sports
9 hours ago
Houlton girls defeat Caribou in close game
The Houlton Shires netted a close 39-34 victory over the Caribou girls varsity basketball team Jan. 26 in a back-and-forth contest.
1 day ago
Caribou boys edge Houlton
The two-time defending state champion Caribou boys basketball team may have been a little rusty in its first game of the season, but the result was the same.
14 hours ago
BigRock Mountain works with ACAP’s Tobacco Prevention Team to update smoke free policy
BigRock Mountain, located in Mars Hill, is open for the season and encouraging the community to get  outside to enjoy some family friendly activities this winter.
2 days ago
Wildcats skate to tie with Hampden
The Presque Isle Wildcats skated to a 4-4 tie with visiting Hampden Academy Saturday at the Forum.
6 days ago
Presque Isle girls beat Houlton as Sjoberg scores 28
A 28-point effort from Presque Isle’s Faith Sjoberg lifted the Wildcats to a 52-48 victory over Houlton Wednesday evening in girls basketball action.
6 days ago
Wildcats skate to victory over Black Hawks
The Presque Isle varsity hockey team skated its way to a 11-1 season-opening victory over the Houlton-Hodgdon-Southern Aroostook-Katahdin Black Hawks Wednesday evening at the John A. Millar Civic Center.
Business News Browse Business News
8 hours ago
25 years of service
York's of Houlton recently recognized office manager Lisa Keyes (left) for 25 years of service.
8 hours ago
Donation to Houlton Area Backpack for Kids project
Houlton's Monument Lodge No. 96 made a $1,000 donation the Houlton Area Backpack for Kids project Friday, Jan. 22.
8 hours ago
Bishop Deeley appointed as chairman of the Board for National Catholic Risk Retention Group
The National Catholic Risk Retention Group (National Catholic) has announced that Bishop Robert Deeley has been elected as its chairman of the board.
8 hours ago
Husson University makes commitment to online education in Northern Maine
With COVID-19 hastening the adoption and acceptance of online educational offerings among members of the public, Husson University announced that it is moving forward with a strategic initiative designed to extend its online educational outreach.
14 hours ago
Casella hires Wright as Eastern Region manager of engagement
Recognizing its role as a steward of crucial environmental and public health infrastructure and services, as well as a partner to public policymakers, Casella Waste Systems, Inc. announced that it has appointed Shelby Wright as its manager of engagement in the company’s Eastern Region.
14 hours ago
Hersey promoted to vice president, cash management and business development officer at Katahdin Trust
Katahdin Trust, a community bank founded in 1918 serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, has announced the promotion of Patty Hersey to vice president, cash management and business development officer.
State, National and World News Browse State, National and World News
1 day ago
Jackson, Fecteau to host a COVID-19 Patient Bill of Rights teletown hall 
Senate President Troy Jackson of Allagash and House Speaker Ryan Fecteau of Biddeford will hold a tele-town hall to discuss the COVID-19 Patient Bill of Rights at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27.
2 months ago
Design needs prompt bluShift Aerospace to delay Loring rocket launch
bluShift Aerospace, an aerospace startup based in Brunswick, said Tuesday that plans to launch a 20-foot-tall, 14-inch-diameter prototype rocket at the Loring Commerce Center in Limestone have been delayed. 
2 months ago
Ash borer spreads further in Maine
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's Maine Forest Service on Nov. 19 reported evidence of spread of emerald ash borer within regulated areas of Maine, including in Aroostook County.
2 months ago
Share Maine holiday cheer, not pests
Invasive pests can hitchhike in or on wreaths and holiday plants destined for friends and families or they can hide in or on firewood brought from another state or Maine location to light a holiday fire.
Living Browse Living
7 hours ago
For COVID vaccine recipients, clinics mark first steps toward return to normalcy
Like the hundreds of people who turned out for Presque Isle’s first series of COVID-19 vaccination clinics this week at Northern Maine Community College, Brenda Devoe of Washburn, 71, has dealt with her fair share of loneliness and isolation throughout the pandemic.
8 hours ago
Bishop Deeley appointed as chairman of the Board for National Catholic Risk Retention Group
The National Catholic Risk Retention Group (National Catholic) has announced that Bishop Robert Deeley has been elected as its chairman of the board.
11 hours ago
SAD 1 students, staff isolating after COVID-19 exposure
More than 30 students and staff members from Zippel Elementary School and Presque Isle High School are in isolation after people from both schools tested positive for COVID-19.
Opinion Browse Opinion
8 hours ago
Let the city help make it a productive year
It is a new year and if you have made a New Year’s resolution or two, the city of Caribou can be your partner in making it your most productive year yet. If you have fitness goals, contact the wellness center about hours and programs.
14 hours ago
Weddings
I recently saw a reference about using wedding announcements in genealogical research. While I’ve written about using newspapers before I thought I might review the family announcements you’re apt to find. Not so many years ago newspapers devoted pages to engagements and weddings.
1 week ago
Lessons
I cannot express how much I worry for our country. Fortunately, I feel relatively safe, because I am far to the north of the trouble that is tearing the heartland apart and bringing pain and suffering to our places of power.
  • County Candids Browse County Candids
    2 weeks ago
    Ducks on a winter pond
    Despite the 20-degree temperature, ducks swim in the pond at Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital in Presque Isle on Friday morning, Jan. 8.
    2 weeks ago
    When life hands you snow…
    A happy-looking snowman greets visitors to this home on Downing Place in Presque Isle.
    2 months ago
    Raging Meduxnekeag
    Raging Meduxnekeag
    3 months ago
    Frosty Monday morning
    "Frost on the pumpkin" turned into white stuff Monday morning, Oct. 26, as the Presque Isle area saw its first visible snowfall.
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  • Crown Politics Browse Crown Politics
    14 hours ago
    Stewart appointed to help lead energy, health committees
    Sen. Harold “Trey” Stewart III, R-Aroostook, has been appointed to serve as the lead Senate Republican on the Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology as well as the Joint Standing Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services. 
    1 day ago
    Jackson, Fecteau to host a COVID-19 Patient Bill of Rights teletown hall 
    Senate President Troy Jackson of Allagash and House Speaker Ryan Fecteau of Biddeford will hold a tele-town hall to discuss the COVID-19 Patient Bill of Rights at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27.
    1 week ago
    Rep. Bernard to serve on Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry and Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement & Business committees
    Rep. Sue Bernard, R-Caribou, has been appointed to the 130th Maine Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business Committee, where she will serve as the ranking member
    2 months ago
    Maine Senate reelects Jackson as president
    Sen. Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, was unanimously reelected Dec. 2 by members of the Maine Senate to serve a second term as Senate president.
    Pets Browse Pets
    5 days ago
    Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of January 25, 2021
    In this article I would like to talk about some of the kitties who are long term residents at The Ark.  Cats who have special needs or health issues are often difficult to ever be placed. It is not because we do not want to place them.
    5 days ago
    Volunteers make sure County pets don’t go hungry
    Volunteers at Caribou’s Halfway Home Pet Rescue Free Pet Food Pantry recently distributed $2,567 worth of food, purchased from Sleeper’s, thanks to grant funding that not only helped animals, but gave the pet rescue a new mission.
    2 weeks ago
    Pantry helps owners in need feed their pets
    Volunteers recently loaded a shipment of pet food and cat litter for the Halfway Home Pet Rescue Free Pet Food Pantry.
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